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Lignin production from lignocellulosic biomass

US8663800B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 4, 2012
Grant dateMar 4, 2014
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Expiry dateMay 4, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/31986
  • WIPO fieldMacromolecular chemistry, polymers
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods are disclosed for preparing lignin from lignocellulosic biomass using rapid full or partial pressure reduction to separate and pulverize the lignin without fouling the equipment and with improved energy recovery.

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